[RBW] New Rivendell Newsletter - End of the year frame round-up !

See it all here: https://mailchi.mp/5aff4d81004d/an-end-of-the-year-frame-restock?e=d93bc6367a Here's what we have: - Susies - mostly limeolive - all sizes

[RBW] New Rivendell Shop VIsit Video

Russ at Path Less Pedaled posted a new YouTube video of his recent visit to Riv HQ and Grant Peterson. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

Re: [RBW] New Rivendell

Additionally, my prior reply was very much connected to my own Hunq's dirt-versatility. Knowing that you are talking about a 2TT Hillborne for yourself and not a Hunq, I should point out the following: that 62 cm Hillborne is VERY versatile. I have a 2TT one of those as well, and with 50 mm Big

Re: [RBW] New Rivendell

Tim, I was con-2TT in 2011 or so. But it was only due to not being used to it. Experienced (described below) showed me that my aversion was superficial. Because in late 2012 I got a 2TT Riv that handles well with big tires and fits me and is pure fun, and I have no idea if the 2TT contributes

Re: [RBW] New Rivendell

The 65 Clem is single top tubed. And for those of you who are long and enamored of the twin top tubed, I've got a 64 Hillborne for sale (see for sale post, but at this late hour I'll go lower than listed. I should update) -Kai Brooklyn NY -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] New Rivendell

Can one get a larger sized Rivbike without the extra TT? Or is there no choice? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

Re: [RBW] New Rivendell

A 60 cm frame made of 8/5/8 for a rider at or slightly above 200 lb who isn't carrying a huge load doesn't need a 2nd tt. Neither does a 58.5 cm frame for that same rider and that same load made out of 7/5/7 with an 8/5/8 downtube doesn't need a 2nd tt either. On 07/08/2016 05:28 PM, Patrick

Re: [RBW] New Rivendell

I think that the double tt is largely aesthetic; a 55 or 58 bicycle for a rider not much more than 200 lb, who rides like most North Americans (ie, doesn't carry 200 lb loads of paraffin tins, firewood, fodder, or relatives) doesn't need a 2nd tt for reasons of strength; after all, Rivendell

Re: [RBW] New Rivendell

Hi Tim, I shared your thoughts when I bought my first Riv not long ago. I enjoy the uniqueness of my Riv more and more. It is unique in two ways, unique to typical bikes being sold today, but most importantly unique to me because I can customize it to make it "my own" (fenders, bar tape,

Re: [RBW] New Rivendell

I'm 6'1" with a 91 pbh (shorter legs, ape arms and torso) and 225 lbs, and I'm very happy with my lighter-gauge Rivs. I have a 1st-generation 59 cm Riv Road Standard (753 frame) that I've converted to 650 x 38 and I use as a Rando/tourer, and a 59 cm Roadeo that I use as a road/anyroad bike

[RBW] New Rivendell

I got my Bombadil sight unseen and never owned a sloping tt bike let alone double parallel. I too had ridden only level tt road racing frames other than a Stumpjumper . Is the double tt necessary ?not really but I discovered it makes for a great carry handle ànd is a preferred place to

[RBW] New Rivendell

I'm way too short for the double-tubers, which is kind of a bummer. I dig 'em. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

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Hi Tim, Welcome. To own a 2TT bicycle is a joy some will never experience. I like the look. The second tube provides a spot for the pump to be out of the way. Rejoice in you good fortune. Ride well, Curtis "who has two 2TT bicycles" McKenzie On Thursday, July 7, 2016, Tim Bantham

[RBW] New Rivendell

Hello All, I discovered the group today and decided to jump in and ask a question. My story is like many that you may have heard before. Maybe it's the same story as yours. After a decade of racing and spending tons of money on expensive bikes only to find that I am just not that comfortable

Re: [RBW] New Rivendell path racer model (not really)

On 12/02/2014 06:16 PM, Patrick Moore wrote: But's it's lugged steel and very interesting. 1912 BSA path racer which I just learned means for track -- 'path' -- and road; not dirt paths and pavement. That B.11 saddle was also listed as a path racer saddle. -- You received this message

Re: [RBW] New Rivendell path racer model (not really)

On 12/02/2014 06:23 PM, Tim Gavin wrote: This one is all aero. I wonder if it aero-planes? groan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

Re: [RBW] New Rivendell path racer model (not really)

that rear unibody for the seatstay is cool looking. I wonder if riv could do one wide enough for fat tires but without having it have ugly posts for the stays. On Tue, Dec 2, 2014 at 6:25 PM, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote: On 12/02/2014 06:23 PM, Tim Gavin wrote: This one is all

Re: [RBW] New Rivendell path racer model (not really)

Yes, listmember Ron Mc[...] sent me the link on CR to illustrate the B11. I thought the frame even more interesting than the saddle. I gather that the B11 was a racing saddle with a minimized spring system. On Tue, Dec 2, 2014 at 4:24 PM, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote: On 12/02/2014

Re: [RBW] New Rivendell path racer model (not really)

components we wish Rivendell would introduce https://vintagebicycle.files.wordpress.com/2010/12/r1013622.jpg On Tuesday, December 2, 2014 5:48:52 PM UTC-6, Patrick Moore wrote: Yes, listmember Ron Mc[...] sent me the link on CR to illustrate the B11. I thought the frame even more

[RBW] New Rivendell A. Homer Hilsen 61cm Frame and extras

I just put this up on eBay on a buy now auction. The listing includes photos of the frame. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=300888291656 For Sale: Rivendell 61cm A. Homer Hilsen Frame Fork with extras Waterford Built (early 2010) $2000 obo This frame is in immaculate new

[RBW] New Rivendell Sam Hillborne

Just got it from Rivendell a few weeks ago. My first new Rivendell bike. I was on the fence about a drop build vs. moustache bar build. I got drops. But I want to eventually swap out the bars to 'staches just to try it. Been curious for a while now about what the moustache bar is like. That's

Re: [RBW] New Rivendell Sam Hillborne

I looove the new blue Hillborne color! Nice bike, Michael! Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Mar 24, 2013, at 8:44 PM, Michael john11.2...@gmail.com wrote: Just got it from Rivendell a few weeks ago. My first new Rivendell bike. I was on the fence about a drop build vs. moustache bar build. I

RE: [RBW] New Rivendell Tee Shirts?

Favorite car model name: Dodge Ram From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of William Sent: Thursday, September 08, 2011 2:00 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [RBW] New Rivendell Tee Shirts

Re: [RBW] New Rivendell Tee Shirts?

Most shops, even with those fancy fit-kits, will put you in a t-shirt that is *way* too small. Indeed. I shoved a book under my armpits and sent them my measurements. The size they gave me was bigger than anything I'd worn before. I was skeptical but I trusted the advice of everyone on this

Re: [RBW] New Rivendell Tee Shirts?

My buddies at work thought, too, that it is a trifle arrogant. With emphasis on trifle, of course. Which is ironic in itself. But they suggested that to mitigate the arrogance, it'd've been better to have the part after cogito ergo be in pig latin. Though of course we couldn't even agree on

RE: [RBW] New Rivendell Tee Shirts?

THAT would have been very funny. -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Thomas Lynn Skean Sent: Thursday, September 08, 2011 7:00 AM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [RBW] New Rivendell Tee

[RBW] New Rivendell Tee Shirts?

I think this is a great idea, though I imagine ordering a dozen or so designs might be a duanting prospect for Riv. I think a design for each model with the headbadge on the front (maybe the left breast pocket location) and a drawing of the bike on the back would be fantastic. Maybe there is

Re: [RBW] New Rivendell Tee Shirts?

I'd definitely order some. Great idea. Sent from my iPhone 4 On Sep 8, 2011, at 7:31 AM, Peter Pesce petepe...@gmail.com wrote: I think this is a great idea, though I imagine ordering a dozen or so designs might be a duanting prospect for Riv. I think a design for each model with the

Re: [RBW] New Rivendell Tee Shirts?

I have to say I believe I am currently fully stocked on RBW t-shirts; I've got over a dozen, each more comfortable than any non-RBW t-shirt I've ever owned. But one thing that would entice me to buy 2-4 more would be a t-shirt with a single breast pocket. As long as they use a maker they've

Re: [RBW] New Rivendell Tee Shirts?

I've got over a dozen, each more comfortable than any non-RBW t-shirt I've ever owned. No doubt because they were sized by RBW. Most shops, even with those fancy fit-kits, will put you in a t-shirt that is *way* too small.No doubt the sizing of t-shirts over the past few years has been

Re: [RBW] New Rivendell Tee Shirts?

'Cogito ergo' kind of bugged me, but 'raising hbars and a ruckus...' more than made up for it. My favorite shirt by a longshot. Pygmy mammoth makes me want to barbecue some 'jumbo shrimp' for dinner, or maybe get a job in 'military intelligence' -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] New Rivendell Tee Shirts?

I wore my Rivendell shirt today, No One But No One Makes A Monkey Out Of Us, which is suitably opaque, but getting a little frayed. I was looking at the new shirts on Rivbike.com, just now, and while the orange and green are fantastic colors, they're out of stock in all sizes but small. I think a

Re: [RBW] New Rivendell Tee Shirts?

On Wed, Sep 7, 2011 at 11:57 PM, Philip Williamson philip.william...@gmail.com wrote: I wore my Rivendell shirt today, No One But No One Makes A Monkey Out Of Us, which is suitably opaque, but getting a little frayed. I was looking at the new shirts on Rivbike.com, just now, and while the

RE: [RBW] New Rivendell Tee Shirts?

@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Seth Vidal Sent: Thursday, September 08, 2011 12:10 AM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [RBW] New Rivendell Tee Shirts? On Wed, Sep 7, 2011 at 11:57 PM, Philip Williamson philip.william...@gmail.com wrote: I wore my Rivendell shirt today, No One

Re: [RBW] New Rivendell Tee Shirts?

I'd love to see artistic renditions of the likes of Samuel Hillborne, A. Homer Hilsen, and of course Betty Foy/Yves Gomez. I like the bike on the back idea. Brian On Wed, Sep 7, 2011 at 8:57 PM, Philip Williamson philip.william...@gmail.com wrote: I wore my Rivendell shirt today, No One But

Re: [RBW] New Rivendell Tee Shirts?

On Thu, Sep 8, 2011 at 12:39 AM, Allingham II, Thomas J thomas.alling...@skadden.com wrote: Me too.  Bombadil, Quickbeam, Atlantis, SimpleOne, Homer, Bleriot, even the HS (if it ever emerges from its cocoon).  They'd be great. BTW, my wife informed me the other day that Cogito, Ergo I Ride a

[RBW] New Rivendell dual drive

I wandered by RBW today to get the Bikesnob book and a new purse: http://www.rivbike.com/products/show/brand-v-grabsack/20-214 Very nice bag, btw. While I was there, I got to take a spy shot of the new dual drive on the new Hunq: http://www.flickr.com/photos/20986...@n04/4689448532/ They're

Re: [RBW] New Rivendell dual drive

On Thu, Jun 10, 2010 at 4:54 PM, Jim M. mather...@gmail.com wrote: While I was there, I got to take a spy shot of the new dual drive on the new Hunq: http://www.flickr.com/photos/20986...@n04/4689448532/ What is this, exactly? And why? -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] New Rivendell Frames, Last Chance Atlantis

Grant: please make the Atlantis replacement with enough tire clearance for 60s plus fenders. Horizontals would be nice, but I won't insist. On Thu, Dec 10, 2009 at 5:20 PM, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote: From yesterday's blog posting: We're working on two new bikes. The SimpleOne is

Re: [RBW] New Rivendell Frames, Last Chance Atlantis

On Fri, 2009-12-11 at 08:06 -0700, PATRICK MOORE wrote: Grant: please make the Atlantis replacement with enough tire clearance for 60s plus fenders. Horizontals would be nice, but I won't insist. Has the Atlantis ever had horizontal dropouts? -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] New Rivendell Frames, Last Chance Atlantis

Dunno, but it oughta have done. On Fri, Dec 11, 2009 at 8:11 AM, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote: On Fri, 2009-12-11 at 08:06 -0700, PATRICK MOORE wrote: Grant: please make the Atlantis replacement with enough tire clearance for 60s plus fenders. Horizontals would be nice, but I

Re: [RBW] New Rivendell Frames, Last Chance Atlantis

On Fri, 2009-12-11 at 08:13 -0700, PATRICK MOORE wrote: Dunno, but it oughta have done. On Fri, Dec 11, 2009 at 8:11 AM, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote: On Fri, 2009-12-11 at 08:06 -0700, PATRICK MOORE wrote: Grant: please make the Atlantis replacement with enough

Re: [RBW] New Rivendell Frames, Last Chance Atlantis

=item2c522d2f32 RS --- On Fri, 12/11/09, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote: From: Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com Subject: Re: [RBW] New Rivendell Frames, Last Chance Atlantis To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Date: Friday, December 11, 2009, 7:34 AM On Fri, 2009-12-11 at 08:13 -0700, PATRICK

Re: [RBW] New Rivendell Frames, Last Chance Atlantis

On Fri, Dec 11, 2009 at 8:34 AM, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote: I believe the answers are no, and why ever would you wish that on a bike? You want a nice fixed/single speed? There's a Surly for that... No, Steve, I want a horizontal dropout Rivendell ss that can accept 65 mm tires

Re: [RBW] New Rivendell Frames, Last Chance Atlantis

On Fri, 2009-12-11 at 11:17 -0700, PATRICK MOORE wrote: On Fri, Dec 11, 2009 at 8:34 AM, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote: I believe the answers are no, and why ever would you wish that on a bike? You want a nice fixed/single speed? There's a

[RBW] New Rivendell Frames, Last Chance Atlantis

From yesterday's blog posting: We're working on two new bikes. The SimpleOne is a replacement for the Quickbeam. Sizes 54 thru 64, same geometry, basically the same frame. We may have complete bikes, but at least frames. And a new bike, kind of an Atlantis replacement, name not announceable